2009 BMW 650 vs. 2008 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 650 would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 650 and 2008 BMW 650 are equipped with a 4,799 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 469 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2008 BMW 650 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 650 | 650 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |